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Publisher
Dutton, An imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Language
English
Description
Why was gin and tonic the cocktail of choice for British colonists in India and Africa? What does Starbucks have to thank for its global domination? What has protected the lives of popes for millennia? Why did Scotland surrender its sovereignty to England? What was George Washington's secret weapon during the American Revolution? The answer to all these questions, and many more, is the mosquito. Across our planet since the dawn of humankind, this...
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English
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Description
A retelling of a traditional West African tale that reveals how the mosquito developed its annoying habit. A mosquito annoyed the iguana, who frightened the python, who scared the rabbit, and now the whole jungle is in an uproar because the sun won't rise. The animals discuss the situation and decide to punish the mosquito. Even today, whenever we hear a mosquito buzz, we smack it hard!
Author
Language
English
Description
Mosquitoes have lived on Earth for more than 30 million years! Close-up photos and detailed illustrations depict the amazing changes a mosquito goes through in four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Kids will enjoy reading about different species of mosquitoes and - most importantly - why they bite! Topics include:
• mosquito bodies and senses
• where mosquitoes lay their eggs
• the differences between male and female mosquitoes
• the...
Publisher
Distributed by New Video
Pub. Date
2004, c1973
Edition
Standard format.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 61 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Presents three traditional African folk tales, including the title work in which a mosquito's lie sets off a confusing chain of events with distressing consequences.
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